The Dallas Cowboys have to find a way to make some roster moves if they want to keep both free agents DeMarco Murray and Dez Bryant, and one of the most likely victims of a roster cutdown is backup running back Lance Dunbar, according to SBNation:
In many analyses of the competition for roster spots, the chief competition for Dunbar is seen to be Cole Beasley. The wide receiver is getting those possession receptions that would seem to be something Dunbar could do well. Ironically, Dunbar and Beasley are in identical situations regarding their status. Both are restricted free agents who were signed for exactly the same money as UDFAs three seasons ago. But while Dunbar has largely languished on the bench, Beasley has steadily become a key cog in the Dallas offense. Although his numbers are not huge, with only 420 yards receiving in 2014, he did contribute four touchdown receptions. More importantly, he has become a trusted target for Tony Romo on third down.
The issue for Dunbar is that his role just is not as badly needed by the Cowboys as others. He has done everything the team has asked him to, but in 2015, there may just not be a real need for him.
Dunbar ran for 99 yards on 29 carries this season while gaining 219 receiving yards.
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